Estate Planning for Pet Owners

Believe it or not, pet trusts are not just for movie stars and heiresses. Under laws of New York and many other states, any pet owner can provide for the care of a domesticated animal – be it a cat, dog, bird, horse, turtle or other animal – in the event of the owner’s death or incapacity, under a legally enforceable trust instrument.

A pet trust is a simple, flexible and affordable instrument that allows you to assign the care of your pet to an animal retirement facility, friend, family member or other designated person that you (and your pet) trust.

In your pet trust, you can even specify other important details, such as your preferred veterinarian and what types of food, medicines, exercise, grooming, toys and other comforts your pet requires.

Importantly, pet trusts give you the ability to set aside funds for the care of your pet, so that you can rest assured that your pet will continue to live and thrive, and be cared for when it is ill, even when you are no longer there.

As a lifelong pet owner, New York Trusts and Estates Attorney Apryl Hand can help you craft a pet trust document sensitive to your budget and needs, to make sure your trusted “best friend” is protected.

Pet trust services are offered on a Flat Fee basis. Contact Lewis & Hand, LLP for a consultation today.

We serve clients in New York City and throughout the United States from offices near the Brooklyn Bridge.

Lewis & Hand, LLP
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Brooklyn, NY 11201-8200
Phone: (718) 243-9323
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